Cool Podcasts for Parents That Are Packed With Inspiration and Advice

 

The whole parenting gig is hard and sometimes we might need a bit of inspiration or advice to help keep us on our A-game. These podcasts for parents can help when you’re in need of some parenting tips – or when you’re needing a bit of a pick-me-up.

 

Naked Beauty

Brooke DeVard Ozaydinli brings together women she admires for talk about beauty trends, wellness and self-care. But don’t expect outright product pitches and how-to tips; this podcast is about motivating you to think.

 

Happier with Gretchen Rubin

Need a little happy in your life? Check out Happier with Gretchen Rubin as the happiness guru/author discusses, with her sister Elizabeth Craft, how we can all make our lives happier, healthier, more productive and more creative.

 

Spawned

Liz Gumbinner and Kristen Chase of CoolMomPicks.com host celebrities parents that share parenting tips and discussions with a comedic twist.

 

Zen Parenting Radio Podcast

Hanging out with husband/wife team Cathy and Todd Adams – and parents of three girls – is like spending some time with chill friends, with some good advice you can actually use on being a little more zen in your life and kinder to yourself.

 

Motherhood Sessions

Psychiatrist Alexandra Sacks listens to moms and holds harder parenting discussions to benefit other moms.

 


 

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This article originally published in Chicago Parent’s April 2020 issue. Read the rest of the issue here.

 

Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Since 1984, the Chicago Parent editorial team is trained to be the go-to source for Chicagoland families, offering a rich blend of expert advice, compelling stories, and the top local activities for kids. Renowned for their award-winning content, the team of editors and writers are dedicated to enriching family life by connecting parents with the finest resources and experiences our community has to offer.
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